Alexandra Benevento

Alexandra Benevento

Google Rating

4.7(235 reviews)

  • 6923 N Trenholm Road Columbia, SC 29206
  • +1-803-252-4800
  • petestrom@stromlaw.com

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Civil Rights Law, Criminal Law, Disability/Benefits

About:

Alexandra “Ally” Benevento focuses her practice on state and federal criminal defense, civil rights and civil litigation. She has successfully represented thousands of individuals in state and federal courts. Alexandra is admitted to the South Carolina Bar, as well as the United States District Court for the District of South Carolina. She has previously been admitted pro hac vice to, and successfully represented clients in numerous federal district courts across the country. She is a member of the South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (SCACDL), the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL), the South Carolina Association for Justice (SCAJ), the Women’s White Collar Defense Association (WWCDA), the DUI Defense Lawyers Association (DUIDLA), the South Carolina Bar Association, and the Richland County Bar Association. Alexandra is certified in DUI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing using the NHTSA curriculum. She is a frequent participant in continuing legal education seminars with SCACDL, presenting on topics involving criminal law. In addition to practicing law, Alexandra serves as an adjunct professor of Legal Writing and Criminal Law at Midlands Technical College. She serves on the board of directors of the South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, representing South Carolina’s Fifth Judicial Circuit. She also serves on SCACDL’s Legislative Committee. She volunteers as the mentor coordinator for the United States District Court BRIDGE Program. Alexandra is passionate about social justice, restorative justice, sentencing equality and criminal justice reform. She supports numerous organizations and nonprofits benefiting the wrongfully convicted, recently released, and historically disenfranchised.

Jurisdiction:South Carolina

Practice Area

Civil Rights Law

Challenges discrimination or biased policing that compounds abuse, securing accommodations, fair services, and remedies when survivors face barriers based on identity or status.

Criminal Law

Guides reporting, evidence, bail conditions, no-contact orders, prosecutions or defenses, and record sealing, centering survivor safety and informed participation across the criminal process.

Disability/Benefits

Assists survivors seeking disability benefits or public assistance related to trauma, securing accommodations, appealing denials, and protecting income from economic abuse or coercion.

Languages

English

Fees

Free Consultation

Associations

Member
South Carolina Association for Justice
2012 - Present
Member
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Present
Member
Women's White Collar Defense Association
2023 - Present
Member
DUI Defense Lawyers Association
2019 - Present
Member
South Carolina Bar
2011 - Present
Board of Directors
South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2019 - Present

Reviews


RATED 5.0

Aug 7, 2025Googlevia Google

tonya martin

"The team here is beyond awesome. They have a very welcoming way of making you feel important and heard.Eliesha is so awesome and sweet she went over and beyond to assist me with all my questions and concerns and really knew her stuff. I appreciate the Strom Law Firm as a whole for being so caring.The customer service there is wonderful."

RATED 5.0

Aug 7, 2025Googlevia Google

Greg Pamplin

"Can’t say enough good things about my experience with this law firm! Eliesha is super kind, amazing, and really knows her stuff. She made a stressful situation feel so much easier. I’m truly grateful for the help. I feel like this firm really cares about people."

RATED 5.0

Jul 27, 2025Googlevia Google

Rooster Ike

"Mario and Bryan did a fantastic job of representing me for my SSDI case, we went to court and won. Thank you gentlemen for everything. D.G.I."

RATED 5.0

Jul 20, 2025Googlevia Google

Shelby Ross

"I can’t say enough good things about Sunni and Leah, they’ve both been incredible from the start. I had no idea what I needed or how to even begin the process, but they walked me through everything step by step. They helped me figure out what documents I needed, answered all my questions, and made something that felt overwhelming so much easier to manage. What really stood out is how they’ve stayed in touch the whole way through, checking in, keeping me updated, and making sure nothing slipped through the cracks. They’re both knowledgeable, friendly, and seem to genuinely care about their work. So grateful for their help!"

RATED 5.0

Jul 10, 2025Googlevia Google

D'Asia Jenkins

"I cannot thank Strom Law Firm enough for their outstanding service during a challenging legal matter. Attorney Ms. Kennedy Eziekiel and Paralegal Ms. Katrina Kopernik were truly exceptional. Their professionalism, knowledge, and dedication made a stressful situation much more manageable. Ms. Eziekiel provided clear, honest guidance every step of the way, and her legal expertise ensured we reached the best possible outcome. Ms. Kopernik was consistently responsive, compassionate, and detail oriented always one step ahead with support and information. Together, they made me feel heard, supported, and confident in the legal process. I highly recommend this team to anyone needing strong legal representation. They genuinely care about their clients and go above and beyond. Thank you both!"

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